(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items-for utility trailers- prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation will result in a firm fixed price supply contract. (ii) The reference number is AG-6395-S-13-0057 and the solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). (iii) The provisions and clauses incorporated into this solicitation document are those in effect at the time of publication. Provisions and clauses incorporated by reference have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. The full text of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Agriculture Federal Acquisition supplements (AGARs) can be accessed on the internet at https://www.arnet.gov/far https://www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar/html (iv) It is anticipated that a single award will be made but multiple awards will be considered. This is a100% Small Business Set-Aside. The associated NAICS code for this effort is 423110 and small business size standard is 100 employees. This requirement is for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ), Albuquerque, NM 87113. (v) REQUIREMENTS: Quotes submitted in response to this RFQ must include all cost associated for FOB Delivery to Albuquerque NM. Quotes should include the lead time required and/or the estimated delivery date. (vi) The specifications for trailers required are : TRAILER SPECS (15) each Single Axle Utility Trailer - Weight 730 # - 60" x 10' Safety chains attached w/ cold rolled eyelets Sand foot on jack Lower jack support plate Brake flanges for easy brake addition Floor secured w/ torx screws 4 tie down loops inside EZ lube axle Spare Tire Mount, Spare Tire (ST205/75-15 LR-C) 4' Ramp gate G.V.W.R. 2,995#; G.A.W.R. 2,995#; Coupler 2" A-Frame; Safety Chains ¼" Grd. 30 w/ safety latch hook (2 each); Jack 2K Top Wind (Bolted On); Tongue 3" x2" x 3/16" Angle; Top Rail 1-5/8" pipe; Frame 3" x 2" x 3/16" angle; Cross members 3" x 2" x 3/16" angle; Uprights 14" tall angle, 1-1/2" x ½" angle; Fenders 9" x 32" rolled formed w/ back; Axle 3,500 # EZ lube w/ brake flanges; Suspension multi-leaf spring; Tire ST 205/75-15 load range C; Wheel 15 x 5 white spoke 5 bolt; Floor 2" pine; Lights D.O.T. stop, tail, turn & clearance; Electric plug 4-way flat w/loom; Finish (prep) steel is cleaned to ensure a professional smooth finish; Finish superior quality finish is applied for a highly decorative and protective finish. (1) each Single Axle Utility Trailer - Weight 940# - 60" x 14' Safety chains attached w/ cold rolled eyelets Sand foot on jack Lower jack support plate Brake flanges for easy brake addition Floor secured w/ torx screws 4 tie down loops inside EZ lube axle Spare Tire Mount, Spare Tire (ST205/75-15 LR-C) 4' Ramp gate G.V.W.R. 2,995#; G.A.W.R. 2,995#; Coupler 2" A-Frame; Safety Chains ¼" Grd. 30 w/ safety latch hook (2 each); Jack 2K Top Wind (Bolted On); Tongue 3" x2" x 3/16" Angle; Top Rail 1-5/8" pipe; Frame 3" x 2" x 3/16" angle; Cross members 3" x 2" x 3/16" angle; Uprights 14" tall angle, 1-1/2" x ½" angle; Fenders 9" x 32" rolled formed w/ back; Axle 3,500 # EZ lube w/ brake flanges; Suspension multi-leaf spring; Tire ST 205/75-15 load range C; Wheel 15 x 5 white spoke 5 bolt; Floor 2" pine; Lights D.O.T. stop, tail, turn & clearance; Electric plug 4-way flat w/loom; Finish (prep) steel is cleaned to ensure a professional smooth finish; Finish superior quality finish is applied for a highly decorative and protective finish. (1) each Tandem Axle Trailer - Weight 1,1610# - 77" x 16' Safety chains attached w/ cold rolled eyelets Sand foot on Jack Lower jack support plate 2-3/8" top rail capped w/ self-sealing plugs Floor secured w/ torx screws 4 tie down loops Cambered EZ lube axles w/ 1 electric brake Complete Break-A-Way system w/ charger Grommet mount sealed lighting Black only Spare Tire Mount, Spare Tire (ST205/75-15 LR-C) Electric Brakes on 2nd Axle LED lighting 4' slide-in ramp and 4' ramp gate (6.5 W) G.V.W.R. 6,000#; G.A.W.R. 3,500#; Coupler 2" A-Frame; Safety Chains ¼" Grd. 70 w/ safety latch hook (2 each); Jack 2K Top Wind (Bolted On); Tongue 4"channel A-frame; Top Rail 2-3/8" pipe square back; Frame 4" x 3" x 1/14" angle; Cross members 3" x 2" x 3/16" angle; Uprights 16" tall 3" x2"x 3/16" angle; Fenders 9" x 72" rolled formed w/ back; Axles two 3,500 # EZ lube w/ 1 elec. Brake; Suspension multi-leaf spring with equalizer; Tire ST 205/75-15 load range C; Wheel 15 x 5 white spoke 5 bolt; Floor 2" pine; Lights D.O.T. stop, tail, turn & clearance; Electric plug 7-way RV; Finish (prep) steel is cleaned to ensure a professional smooth finish; Finish superior quality finish is applied for a highly decorative and protective finish. PRICING SCHEDULE: Item Number Description of Supplies Quantity Unit Unit Price Total 001 Single Axle Utility Trailers, 60" x 10", Weight 730# with mounted spare 15 EA 002 Single Axle Utility Trailer, 60" x 14", weight 940# with mounted spare 1 EA 003 Tandem Axle Pipe Special, 77" x 16", weight 1610# with mounted spare 1 EA Total: $ Quote Valid for _____________________ Print Name: ________________________ Signature: __________________________ (vii) Delivery and performance: Contractor will commence work under this contract upon official notification from the Contract Officer of award. The fully burdened price of quotes submitted shall be all encompassing and include all cost associated with the purchase and delivery of trailers FOB Destination to Albuquerque, NM 87113 in accordance with the specifications above. (viii)The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. (ix) The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items, apply to this solicitation. The Government intends to evaluate offers and award without discussion, however, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions later if determined necessary by the Contracting Officer. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation on the basis of the lowest evaluated price of quotes meeting or exceeding the specifications outlined in this combined synopsis/solicitation. (x) The provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certification-Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. The contractor shall either (1) return a completed copy of this provision with its quote. A copy of the provision may be attained from https://www.arnet.gov/far; or (2) complete the online Reps and Certs Application (ORCA) at http://www.bpn.gov and reference in your quote. (xi) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. The FAR clauses identified as paragraph b of FAR 52.212-5 are considered checked and is applicable to this acquisition. 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government, with Alternative 1; 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns; 52.222-3, Convict Labor; 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting; child labor - cooperation with authorities and remedies; 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity; 52.222-21 prohibition of segregated facilities; 52.222-22 previous contracts and compliance reports; 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and other eligible veterans; 52.222-25 Affirmative Action Compliance; 52.222-36 affirmative action for workers with disabilities; 52.222-35 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam era, and other Eligible Veterans; 52.225-1 Buy American Act; 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate; 52.225-13, restrictions on certain foreign purchases; 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer Central Contractor Registration (CCR). To be awarded this contract, the offeror must be registered in the SAM. SAM information may be found at http://www.sam.gov. Quotations are due at USDA, APHIS-MRPBS-ASD Contracting Section, Attn: Gloria Benson, 100 North 6th Street, Butler Square West, 5th Floor, Minneapolis MN 55403 by 3:00 PM CST March 11, 2013. All questions must be submitted by e-mail; no telephone calls will be accepted. Faxed and email quotes are acceptable. The assigned Contracting Officer Gloria Benson. Ms. Benson may be reached at
[email protected], (612) 336-3220 or by fax at (612) 336-3550.